Jinja, UgandaQuick decision
When to visit Jinja?
🌞 Best time overall
February
🌡️ Optimal temperature
20°C–27°C in February
🌧 Least rain
47% rainy days in February
🌧 Wettest month
April (85%)
📅 Best score
8.0/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Nile source raftingYear-round — Class V rapids, one of the world's best spots.
Source of the NileYear-round — White Nile starting point from Lake Victoria.
Mabira ForestJun–Sep — primates, birds, canopy walk, mountain biking.
BudgetYear-round — full day rafting $100–130, accommodation €10–15.
Monthly climate data
Jinja weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 19°C | 26°C | 52% | 3.0 | 11.9h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 20°C | 27°C | 47% | 2.8 | 12.0h | 8.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 20°C | 26°C | 64% | 4.9 | 11.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 20°C | 25°C | 85% | 8.1 | 10.6h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ May | 20°C | 25°C | 76% | 5.1 | 11.4h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 19°C | 25°C | 54% | 2.9 | 11.6h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 18°C | 24°C | 44% | 2.4 | 11.8h | 7.7/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 18°C | 25°C | 57% | 2.9 | 11.8h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ September | 19°C | 26°C | 67% | 3.6 | 11.3h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ October | 19°C | 26°C | 66% | 4.4 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ November | 19°C | 25°C | 69% | 6.0 | 10.7h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 19°C | 25°C | 62% | 4.1 | 11.3h | 7.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 25°C, 75% rainy days, 11.3h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Good time
Average 25°C, 52% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 26°C, 67% rainy days, 11.0h sunshine/day. Score: 7.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 26°C, 54% rainy days, 11.7h sunshine/day. Score: 7.7/10.
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FAQ
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February is ideal with 47% rainy days and 27°C.
April is the wettest month with 85% rainy days.
Yes, February is the best month with an average of 27°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.7/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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